Employers of youth graduates

Creating new employment pathways

Youth graduates are primed for employment, armed with self-discipline, new employability(external link) skills, and a fresh outlook.  Youth Graduates generally have improved teamwork, self-management, resilience, communication and thinking skills.  By employing a Youth Graduate, you are bringing these skills into your workforce.  

Limited Service Volunteer (LSV) Course

LSV is a six-week course for 18-24 year olds, run by the New Zealand Defence Force in partnership with the Ministry of Social Development, with a focus on developing skills for the workforce.  Trainees take part in a range of group and individual activities that develop teamwork, motivation, self-discipline and self-confidence, and they gain various qualifications.

Gaining employment

Finding employment or taking on study are the next steps after graduating from an LSV course. As a potential employee, Youth Graduates come to work with:

• Six weeks intensive training in life and employability(external link) skills
• Qualifications such as a first aid certificate, NZQA standards and their drivers licence
• A high degree of motivation
• A positive attitude
• A willingness to learn and put their new skills to work

Building stronger communities

Youth graduates complete their course with a sense of pride in their accomplishments, a commitment to work well in teams and a fresh enthusiasm to serve their community. Graduates have put themselves forward for an intensive opportunity to receive high quality leadership and mentorship.  They've been through a programme of lectures, workshops and physical activities designed and tested to develop core values of commitment, camaraderie, courage and integrity, and they're ready to apply those skills in your workplace.